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Join the City of Medford’s Fleet Maintenance team as a Fleet Services Mechanic and put your skills to work supporting the vehicles and equipment that keep our community moving. In this role, you’ll work on a wide variety of fleet vehicles, from light-duty trucks to heavy equipment, using modern tools to diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical and electronic systems.
This is a great opportunity for a skilled mechanic who enjoys variety, takes pride in quality work, and understands the importance of keeping vehicles safe, reliable, and ready for service. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values accuracy, preventive maintenance, problem-solving, and strong customer service to the departments and employees who rely on the City’s fleet every day.
If you have experience with fleet maintenance, inspections, repairs, and diagnostics, we invite you to apply and bring your expertise to a role where your work directly supports essential City services.
Required Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
- Three (3) or more years of experience as a mechanic in the repair and maintenance of automobiles, light and heavy trucks, and light and heavy equipment; and
- Possession of the following licenses within six (6) months of hire:
- Air Conditioning Recovery License.
- Class A Oregon Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), with air brake endorsement
Preferred Qualifications:- Possession of certification through one or all the following:
- ASE in automotive or Heavy truck
- EVT certification in Police, Fire Apparatus, or Ambulance
- ODE
- Fabrication experience
- Vehicle upfitting experience
Available Schedules:
- Standard schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 hours per day
- Alternative schedule may be available: Monday - Thursday, 4/10 schedule, based on operational needs
This position is part of the Teamsters Mechanicsemployee group.
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The anticipated hiring range for theFleet Services Mechanicposition is $$32.18(first step) to $33.78or $35.47(second or third step).The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, andqualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act.Sixsteps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.Healthcare Benefits:- Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
- Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance – policy value of $50,000 paid by the City
- Long-term disability insurance provided by the City
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City
Retirement Benefits:- Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
- PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee’s (6%) contributions
- Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employee's retirement planning
Additional Benefits:- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- The City’s Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
- Access to the City'sfully equipped fitness center24/7
Essential Functions of the Position:- Performs preventive maintenance and services to ensure vehicles are safe and operational for use, which may include:
- Equipment and vehicle safety inspections, annual NFPA inspections, brake system, electrical system, and suspension system inspections. Check engine and transmission for proper operation, etc.
- Repairing deficiencies found during PM service to return vehicle to operating condition
- Perform lube and oil filter changes on all systems in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and as guided by department policy.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues, performing repairs on various systems, engines, and equipment, which may include repairing electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems of vehicles, fire apparatus, forklifts, heavy trucks, mowing, agricultural, and other heavy equipment, etc.
- Maintaining instrumentation and gauges, gas and diesel engines, pumps, hose reels, lighting systems, air conditioning systems, transmission systems and tires.
- Accurately documents a variety of information related to mechanical maintenance and repairs.
- Ability to track time, parts, job notes, and inspection checklists in a computerized Fleet Management information system.
- Welds and fabricates parts and systems.
- The scope of the assigned area will depend on departmental structure and is at the discretion of the Public Works Director.
Other Functions of the Position:- Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall function of the department and organizational goals.
- Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
- Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
- Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
- Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
- Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
Competencies:Communicativeness- Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.
Customer Orientation- Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs. They continually seek information and understanding regarding market trends.
Functional/Technical Expertise- Effective performers are knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty. They add organizational value through unique expertise in a functional specialty area. They remain current in their area of expertise and serve as a resource in that area for the organization.
High Standards- Effective performers establish and model standards that guarantee exceptional quality and necessary attention to detail. They continually seek to improve processes and products and hold staff accountable for quality. They find best practices, share them, and then improve upon them.
Drive/Energy- Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in today’s organizations. They know that a healthy work/life balance is important to sustain energy. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce even in exhausting circumstances.Work Environment & Physical Demands:This position will complete work primarily in a mechanic shop, which can be noisy and dusty. The job often requires working around hazards such as moving vehicle parts, exhaust fumes, and various chemicals, fluids, and oils. The work area can become cluttered if all tools and equipment are not properly stored when not in use. You may be exposed to extreme temperatures during different seasons, both indoors and outdoors. This position requires occasional work to be completed on the side of a roadway if a vehicle breaks down out in the field. The role is typically performed under the general supervision of a manager but requires the ability to work independently or as part of a team. The job involves consistent communication with coworkers. There is a possibility of interacting with the public.This job has significant and constant physical demands. You must be able to regularly lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds and stand and walk for long periods. The work also requires frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and climbing to access and repair vehicles. You will use lifting equipment to help move heavier items, such as tires, that can weigh up to 500 pounds. You may also need to work in awkward positions. You must have dexterity and physical strength to operate both hand and power tools and have good vision to read gauges and inspect parts.
IMPORTANT (Please read):
- It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
- Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response.
- Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.
How to Apply:
- Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
- Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
- Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.
Use of AI-Generated Content in Employment Applications
Employment with the City of Medford can be competitive, often there are many qualified applicants for each open position. We want to see application materials that reflect an applicant’s unique personality and that accurately reflect their experience. The use ofAI-generated content to complete employment applications and/or supplemental questions is discouraged and may result in disqualification. Each submission will be verified for originality and authenticity. However, AI tools for grammar checking and resume formatting are permitted.
Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following: - Criminal history background investigation
- Favorable driving record
- Physical and functional examination
- Clear drug screen following federal law (which includes testing for cannabis)
- Professional reference check
Questions or Assistance: - If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2014.
- For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.
